Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmailDo you have something you compromise on and recognize how it’s beneficial for your loved ones? What are some of the things you compromise on that you don’t like to do? On this podcast, I share some of my personal examples with you. Let me know what you struggle to compromise with and what you…
Tag: Parenting
What is Motherhood, if not an Oxymoron?
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmailWhat is motherhood? Motherhood is yearning to be with your kids while you’re at work and then wishing you were somewhere else when you’re with them. Motherhood is worrying about your kids and also hoping for their future. Motherhood is when you’re daydreaming about your child’s smile instead of focusing on your current situation. Motherhood…
This Is Us, The Fifth Wheel, Just Showed One of My Worst Fears
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmailJesus Christ, what an emotional episode, This is Us, The Fifth Wheel, was. In case you missed Season 2’s, episode 11, stop, go watch it and then come back to this. This is Us has got to be America’s favorite show. The writers, the actors, the producers and directors, everyone has touched all of America….
80’s Childhood Versus Today’s Childhood
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail I was pondering the past, like my brain tends to do ever so often, and realized it’s amazing how technology has grown in just a few decades. It’s only been a few decades since smart phones and tablets existed. When the first smart phone was invented in the 90’s only the elite could afford them? Then…
My Top 10 Tips for Back to School
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail 10. Talk to your kids about your expectations and ask them for theirs. What is new this year, what is the same? Is it the same aftercare routine? Be prepared, try not to leave any concerns unanswered. Kids worry too. 9. Get back into a sleep routine, so kids are prepared for the early…
Learning Can Be Fun
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail Do you have a hard time keeping the kids educated during the summer time? I find it’s difficult to keep them in a learning mode when it’s all about play time and no school. Above is a regular evening of sitting him down to do some math, not so happy face. I can’t blame…
Summer Camp Year 2
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail This is week 2 of summer camp in year 2. What does this mean? Remember my post about my fear of summer camp and the anxiety I passed on to my son last year? (Read that post here). Well this is my son’s 2nd year and it’s been great! Well, almost! He hasn’t cried…
Love Our Children Unconditionally
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail I saw the movie, August: Osage County, and really enjoyed the way they portrayed the complicated relationships between parents and children. Relationships that unfold like a repeated story, as mothers and fathers parent the way we are taught by our parents and how we are raised, regardless of whether it was good or bad….
I Used To Be An Addict Of Minecraft
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmail My 7 year old used to be addicted to Minecraft. However, I found a way to break that addiction and mine as well. What do I mean? My name is Janeth and I am a recovering Minecraft addict. See, when my son first downloaded this game around New Years, I thought it was silly….
Teacher Conference & Okay Parenting
Facebook0TwitterPinterest0GoogleEmailToday was the 9th day of first grade for our son. He’s had a surprisingly hard time adjusting to this new school year. I understand it can be overwhelming for young ones however, i’m not quite sure that his daily tears are normal. He starts talking about not wanting to go to school hours before…